Marriott Vac Club Waikoloa, HiloMarriott Vac Club Waikoloa in Hilo, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 7 of 19 hotels we score in Hilo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction.Marriott Vac Club Waikoloa is a beachfront vacation ownership resort on Anaehoomalu Bay, on the Big Island of Hawaii near Waikoloa Beach. It sits directly on the shore, with views over the bay and easy access to water sports and resort activities. Accommodation offers modern interiors with extra space, and facilities include several swimming pools, children's pools, a gym, spa services, a restaurant, parking and a business centre. Guest ratings are strong for both photos and reviews. It suits families and timeshare guests wanting a beach base on the Kohala coast. Some sections of the resort are dated, and a few rooms are small by current standards.What stands out

Directly on a calm sandy beach

Multiple pools with a water slide

Friendly, helpful staff

Well-kept grounds and clean rooms

Watch out for

Some dated sections of the resort

Some rooms small and older style

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